2005 Seat Arosa vs. 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Arosa weights approximately 415 kg more than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Because 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Arosa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Seat Arosa (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (76 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Arosa | 1963 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | Seat | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Arosa | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2110 mm |
